Crankshaft Main Bearing: Service and Repair

Special Tools:

Removal
1. Remove the oil pan.
2. If necessary, remove the oil pump.





3. CAUTION: The crankshaft main bearings must be inspected and replaced one set at a time or engine damage may occur.

Remove one crankshaft main bearing cap.





4. Remove the crankshaft main bearings.

Installation





1. CAUTION: The crankshaft main bearings are precision fit.

CAUTION: The crankshaft main bearings must be lubricated with Super Premium SAE 5W30 Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G.

Install the crankshaft main bearing.





2. Install the crankshaft main bearing cap.
3. Repeat the procedure until all the crankshaft main bearings are replaced.
4. If removed, install the oil pump.
5. Install the oil pan.